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Artist-a-Day (Ages 7–8)

January 27, 2020

Each day, we’ll learn about a new artist and the medium in which they work. Explore why artists make art and what in turn makes you an artist! Which causes are important to you? What inspires you? Have fun and explore art-making processes and concepts with inspiration from those who came before us.

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Drawing with Pastels (Ages 7–8)

January 27, 2020

Explore oil pastels with a variety of projects inspired by contemporary artists and concepts. Students will learn several oil pastel techniques in order to explore color and texture.

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Zine Making (Ages 13–14)

January 27, 2020

Make your voice heard and share your ideas with the world, by self-publishing your very own zine (pronounced ZEEN, as in ‘magaZINE’). In this workshop, you’ll build your own zines from the inside out—using a variety of mixed-media, collage and written materials. At the end of class, we’ll make copies you can distribute to whoever […]

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Explore Richmond’s Artists (Ages 9–10) – NEW!

January 27, 2020

Learn all about Richmond’s arts community! Students will learn about a different Richmond artist each day and study the work that they create. You’ll learn about each artist’s approach to art-making and create inspired works based off their concepts and techniques.

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Zine Making (Ages 9–10)

January 27, 2020

Make your voice heard and share your ideas with the world, by self-publishing your very own zine (pronounced ZEEN, as in ‘magaZINE’). In this workshop, you’ll build your own zines from the inside out—using a variety of mixed-media, collage and written materials. At the end of class, we’ll make copies you can distribute to whoever […]

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Scientific Illustration (Ages 13–14) – NEW!

January 27, 2020

Explore innovative and technical approaches to scientific illustration through pen and ink. Students will learn different types of line-making techniques and ink washes and will create their own scientific illustration with botanical and animal specimens.

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Art Explorers (Ages 5–6)

January 27, 2020

Create eclectic 2-D and 3-D art collections using clay, wire, fabric, paint and other materials. Each class is different, so students can sign up for multiple weeks.

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Scientific Illustration (Ages 11–12) – NEW!

January 27, 2020

Explore innovative and technical approaches to scientific illustration through pen and ink. Students will learn different types of line-making techniques and ink washes and will create their own scientific illustration with botanical and animal specimens.

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Paper Arts + Book Making (Ages 9–10)

January 27, 2020

Explore a variety of ways to transform an ordinary piece of paper into something extraordinary. You’ll learn techniques like folding, cutting, layering and sewing to make your very own paper toys, pop-up cards, mini books and more.

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Art Explorers (Ages 5–6)

January 27, 2020

Create eclectic 2-D and 3-D art collections using clay, wire, fabric, paint and other materials. Each class is different, so students can sign up for multiple weeks.

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Digital Character Design (Ages 13–14)

January 27, 2020

Learn the history and basic principles of character design. Character designers are essential to the development of movies, videogames, comic books and all manner of modern entertainment. Use traditional drawing skills as well as Adobe Photoshop and a Wacom tablet to develop your own OC (original character). A basic understanding of figure drawing is recommended.

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Painting with Watercolors (Ages 9–10)

January 27, 2020

Learn several watercolor techniques that will prepare you to paint abstract and landscape scenes. Techniques include painting on wet and dry paper, oil resist and using eyedroppers.

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Painting with Watercolors (Ages 7–8)

January 27, 2020

Learn several watercolor techniques that will prepare you to paint abstract and landscape scenes. Techniques include painting on wet and dry paper, oil resist and using eyedroppers.

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Giant Papier-Mâché Sculpture (Ages 9–10)

January 27, 2020

Want a giant pet or an impossibly huge shoe? Make one! Paste, newspaper, cardboard and wire—that’s just about all you need to explore the world of papier-mâché and make BIG sculptures! Work hard, have lots of fun, get really messy and end up with the most amazing sculpture you’ve ever made.

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Zine Making (Ages 9–10)

January 27, 2020

Make your voice heard and share your ideas with the world, by self-publishing your very own zine (pronounced ZEEN, as in ‘magaZINE’). In this workshop, you’ll build your own zines from the inside out—using a variety of mixed-media, collage and written materials. At the end of class, we’ll make copies you can distribute to whoever […]

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Cartooning (Ages 9–10)

January 27, 2020

Invent your own cartoon characters and stories as you learn about drawing methods and materials used by professional cartoonists. We’ll also explore the history of the comic form.

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Art Explorers (Ages 5–6)

January 27, 2020

Create eclectic 2-D and 3-D art collections using clay, wire, fabric, paint and other materials. Each class is different, so students can sign up for multiple weeks.

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Art Explorers (Ages 5–6)

January 27, 2020

Create eclectic 2-D and 3-D art collections using clay, wire, fabric, paint and other materials. Each class is different, so students can sign up for multiple weeks.

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Digital Fan Art (Ages 11–12)

January 27, 2020

Redesign characters from your favorite movies, books and video games. We’ll cover the basics of Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator. You’ll begin to understand character representation, technical drawing skills and the importance of digital media as an art form. No previous experience necessary.

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Art Explorers (Ages 5–6)

January 27, 2020

Create eclectic 2-D and 3-D art collections using clay, wire, fabric, paint and other materials. Each class is different, so students can sign up for multiple weeks.

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Papier-Mâché Sculpture (Ages 7–8)

January 27, 2020

Rev up your imagination and dive into the wonderful world of papier-mâché sculpture. Using crumpled paper, masking tape, wire, cardboard and paste, we’ll make a large, amazing sculpture. We’ll explore both sculpting and painting techniques.

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